All types

In March 2017 some significant changes were made to the way the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are classified and diagnosed. Thirteen types of EDS are now recognised, most of which are very rare. The gene mutations causing the conditions have been identified, and can be tested for, in all types except for the most common type, hypermobile EDS.

Kyphoscoliotic Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

An overview of kyphoscoliotic Ehlers-Danlos syndrome - its symptoms, diagnosis and cause explained. Written by genetic counsellors from the UK's only clinical genetics service specialising in the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.